Designer Apprentice
VSC Fire & Security · Richmond, Virginia, United States
Posted 13 days ago · $20.00 - $30.00
or apply directly on VSC Fire & Security's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 13 days VSC Fire & Security's roles stay open a median of 30 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 86% of VSC Fire & Security's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at VSC Fire & Security
- low 1 stale, 2 reposted of 96 open
- Hiring momentum
- 181 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from VSC Fire & Security's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for VSC Fire & Security.
About this role
The Designer Apprentice position at VSC Fire & Security involves learning and practicing the responsibilities of a Designer under supervision. The role includes ensuring compliance with safety and building codes, working with architectural drawings, and gaining knowledge in fire suppression systems and site needs.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 3/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of VSC Fire & Security as an employer.
What you need
- Zero to one year of experience with AutoCAD or SprinkCAD or background in mathematics
- Basic knowledge of architectural drawings, site surveys, water data, fire suppression systems, state and local codes, and communication with site needs
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills
- Eagerness for professional development and growth
- Ability to pass various background checks
Nice to have
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in drafting (AutoCAD)
- NICET Level I or II
What you get
- Excellent pay $20.00 - $30.00 based on experience
- Overtime eligible
- Paid vacation and company holidays
- Medical, dental and vision insurance options for you and your family
- Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Company paid life insurance for full time employees
Worth weighing
- The position is entry-level and primarily focused on learning under supervision
- No specific mention of advanced design responsibilities or technologies used
- The role may involve a steep learning curve depending on prior knowledge of fire protection systems
Summarised from VSC Fire & Security's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by VSC Fire & Security on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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